由 lltx1822 Guide for Air Shipping Automotive Sensor Parts from China to France
France’s automotive manufacturing industry has precise demand for electronic parts. Taking 30 automotive oxygen sensors as an example, the air shipping process must focus on timeliness and compliance certification.
Products must pass CE certification (EMC and LVD directives), with packaging attached with French instructions including output signal parameters and operating temperature ranges. Mark “Conforme CE” and CE certification numbers on outer boxes, with internal anti-static sponges to fix sensors.
Choose direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, with 1 daily flight and a 12-hour voyage. Adopt “priority air freight” service, 3 hours faster than regular air freight. Submit electronic manifests through French customs’ PAPS system 24 hours in advance to avoid port detention.
Customs clearance requires: commercial invoice (in Euros), CE certificate, Form A certificate of origin. The EU imposes 0% tariff but a 20% VAT, which can be fully deducted. Customs inspection rate is approximately 10%, focusing on sensor accuracy error and response time testing. It is recommended to handle “fast track” clearance through local French customs brokers, shortening clearance time from 48 hours to 12 hours. Air freight to Lyon costs 5% less than to Paris, suitable for southern France distribution. Entrust Colissimo, a branch of La Poste, for transportation, providing full temperature control (0-40℃) guarantee.